£5,040 • £5,500 - £6,500
1998 BMW 523i SE (E39)
United Kingdom • 10 Dec 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1998 BMW 523i SE is a unique, Individual-spec car finished in Biarritz Blue with a factory Alpina bodykit and alloy wheels. Having been in single-family ownership since 1999 and showing only 82,225 miles with a comprehensive service history, it presents as a well-maintained example, further enhanced by a new MOT and desirable options such as a Sand Beige leather interior and M-Sport steering wheel.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in 'super condition throughout' and 'exceptionally clean and tidy for its year/mileage'. It has covered 82,225 miles and has 9 service stamps, indicating it has been well-maintained. There is no mention of any significant damage, dents, or paint issues, but slight wear may be present considering its age and mileage. Therefore, a 'Very Good' rating seems appropriate, as it would likely require minor reconditioning to bring it to a higher standard.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WBADD4206BV18352
Chassis No:
Odometer:
82,225 miles
S5CGG
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description In single-family ownership since 1999; factory Alpina bodykit and alloy wheels; Sports suspension; Xenon headlamps; 82,200 miles with 9 service stamps; sparkling Biarritz Blue paintwork; new MOT; private plate; super condition throughout Supplied new by Rydale BMW of Cardiff in August 1998, this unique Individual-spec BMW 523i SE is finished in sparkling Biarritz Blue with a factory Alpina bodykit and Alpina 18” alloys.
It has covered only 82,225 miles in the hands of one family since June 1999 with an excellent service history comprising 9 stamps in the service book, the last in October this year at 82,223 miles (see photos).
The car was individually specified with the following options: colour-coded Alpina style body kit; 18" Alpina alloy wheels with wider track to the rear; Sports suspension; Xenon headlamps with power wash; clear indicator lenses; rear park distance control; Sand Beige leather interior; M-Sport leather clad multi-function steering wheel; BMW Business ...
Points of note
£510
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£2,474
Median Price (Since 2020)
£5,600
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Nov 18 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
82,223 miles
Registration Date
1998-08-10
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